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Coffee cultivation shows promise in Ctg Hill Tracts

Coffee fruits or coffee beans are cultivated in the Khagrachari hills. Through a unique procedure, this fruit will be produced into drinkable coffee.
28 January 2023, 03:07 AM

The royal return of the King of Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan's much-awaited “Pathaan” has been released in around 100 countries, including India, on January 25. .Even amid criticisms and controversies centring the film’s first released song – Besharam Rang – the SRK come-back film is already breaking international box office records.
27 January 2023, 03:42 AM

Life and contribution of Mahmud Shah Qureshi

Professor Mahmud Shah Qureshi, a renowned educationist of Bangladesh, made significant contributions to the field through his teaching at various universities and his role in establishing the esteemed learning centre, IBS.
26 January 2023, 03:02 AM

Aurthohin on releasing new album after six years

After almost six years, Aurthohin finally launched a new album, titled "Phoenix Er Diary-1", in December.
25 January 2023, 03:41 AM

Cambodia: Where cyber slaves are sold off

A large number of young Bangladeshis have been going abroad with hopes of changing their fate for the better. However, for many, the situation turns out to be anything but better when they fall into the hands of human trafficking rackets.
24 January 2023, 13:07 PM

Did govt change law to hike gas, power price at will?

The increase in gas prices will also increase the production cost of electricity. As a result, the price of electricity will undoubtedly increase again. Did the government change the law to raise the prices at will?
23 January 2023, 17:49 PM

Is Bangla Academy trying to suppress freedom of expression?

Bangla Academy did not allot a stall to Adarsha Prakashani at the Ekushey Book Fair on allegations of 'political obscenity'. The question arises, whether this is actually an excuse to suppress dissent.
23 January 2023, 14:27 PM

Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected

<p>Terminal fees are being imposed on passengers travelling to India. However, there are currently no provisions for the use of restrooms at the Benapole International Passenger Terminal. </p><p>Find out more in today's Star Newsbytes</p>
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM

A hat-trick for Pori Moni

For the last three years, Pori Moni has been a part of successful film releases in the first quarter of the year – a great achievement for any actor. She comes in front of the camera to talk about her latest children’s film, “Adventure of Sundarban”.
22 January 2023, 15:08 PM

Pakistan's dollar crisis: Is bankruptcy looming?

Pakistan is currently facing a severe dollar crisis, with foreign exchange reserves falling to a worrying $4.3 billion.
22 January 2023, 04:29 AM

Satire Show: Railway’s whole life is a loss

Panchagarh has five trains, but hundreds in Narayangaj don’t have the trains they need. Why? Is it because it is the Railway Minister’s district? One-third of the trains are inoperative, and the railway incurs losses every year. Carew gives a service, and makes a profit too, why can’t rail?
21 January 2023, 13:03 PM

Winter driving up demand for date molasses

Traditional pithapuli and payesh made with date juice and molasses are a staple of Bangladeshi winters.
21 January 2023, 03:29 AM

How to file a lost & found GD online

One does not need to go to a police station to file a general diary anymore, for basic cases, such as lost and found. Instead, they can do it online, from anywhere in Bangladesh.
20 January 2023, 14:13 PM

Black War: Better than Mission Xtreme?

Black War is the second instalment in the Mission Extreme series. The story takes off from where Mission Extreme ends. The film is made on even a larger scale, as the story extends to Dubai.
20 January 2023, 04:51 AM

Why allegations of money laundering not being probed?

In Bangladesh, the problem of money laundering is not new. But, what is the reality of this money laundering allegations? Has any significant action been taken to recover the laundered money?
19 January 2023, 14:13 PM

Oishee's comeuppance

<p>The glamorous Jannatul Ferdous Oishee is flying high with the release of "Black War". She now stands in front of The Daily Star's camera to talk about her life, career and more!</p>
19 January 2023, 03:18 AM

‘Almost everything we do’ must be climate resilient

Sarah Roberts, chief executive officer of Practical Action, recently visited Bangladesh.
18 January 2023, 13:00 PM

OTT regulations would badly restrict creative filmmaking

Filmmaker Ashfaque Nipun talks to The Daily Star Opinion about how the BTRC's OTT draft regulations, if implemented, could hinder the creatives of Bangladesh.
18 January 2023, 12:30 PM

'We will make FDC great again'

Nipun sits in for a heart-to-heart conversation with The Daily Star regarding her films, projects and vision about the Film Artistes Association.
18 January 2023, 02:03 AM

Dried fish processing in Barguna

This is the dry fish producing season. Thousands of workers are busy drying fish at Ashar Char, Taltoli, in the coastal region of Barguna.
17 January 2023, 14:25 PM